Milieu Director: Behavioral Health & Safety Leader

St. Joseph Institute; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph Institute for Addiction in Port Matilda, PA, seeks a Milieu Manager to lead the therapeutic community and coach BHA staff.

You will ensure client safety, support treatment plans, and collaborate with nursing and clinical teams to maintain regulatory compliance and quality of care. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in behavioral health, 5+ years in behavioral health, and strong de-escalation and crisis intervention skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in behavioral health or related field required.
• 5+ years in a behavioral health setting.
• Strong verbal de-escalation and crisis intervention skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day unit operations to ensure clinical aspects meet regulatory requirements.
• Supervise staff and ensure client safety across all units.
• Assist in development and revision of treatment plans and program strategies.
• Coordinate staff schedules and ensure adequate coverage and ratio compliance.

Skills

Leadership

De-escalation

Crisis intervention

Staff supervision

Program development

Education

Bachelor's Degree in behavioral health

Job description

St. Joseph Institute for Addiction in Port Matilda, PA, seeks a Milieu Manager to lead the therapeutic community and coach BHA staff.

You will ensure client safety, support treatment plans, and collaborate with nursing and clinical teams to maintain regulatory compliance and quality of care. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in behavioral health, 5+ years in behavioral health, and strong de-escalation and crisis intervention skills.